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PPX 253S

1978 MG Miget

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,495 mi
Last recorded2,495 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2011
Typical for 1978 MG Miget57,406 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPX 253S
MakeMG
ModelMiget
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2011 2,495 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 2,349 miles

How Reliable is the MG Miget?

Based on 958 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 37
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 27
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 26
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21
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PPX 253S is a 1978 MG Miget in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 MG Miget models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 57,406 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Miget fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PPX 253S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Miget typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 48 years old, this MG Miget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PPX 253S registered?

PPX 253S is a 1978 MG Miget, first registered on 9 January 1978.

Is PPX 253S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPX 253S shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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